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Register a business and pay progressive PIT (0-25%) on net profit, the same brackets as salary; business income, not capital gains. Crypto rules are immature, so on-ramping and declaration carry uncertainty.
How it's classified
Business/self-employment income under PIT (residents taxed on worldwide income), not capital gains.
Tax rate
Progressive PIT 0% to 25% on net business profit (monthly brackets; threshold ~LAK 1.3m/month).
Social contributions
LSSO social security ~5.5% applies; the self-employed may contribute under set schemes.
Registration / regime
Business registration required; taxed on net business profit at the same 0-25% progressive PIT brackets as employees.
Crypto payouts
Crypto largely unregulated outside licensed pilots; USDC payout converted and declared as business income; treatment uncertain.
Sources
General information only — this is not tax or legal advice. Rules change and depend on your situation. Always confirm with a qualified tax professional in your country.
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